Direct Support Professional – Recreation
Part-Time
The Arc of Chester County is a busy non-profit organization with strong ties to our community. In fact, we have been providing services for over 70 years! If you would like to join a team that makes a direct impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, we are the agency for you!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Direct Support Professional - Recreation is responsible for supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at recreational activities in the community and/or at the agency building. Work requires flexibility as hours/time schedule can vary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Participate, collaborate and/or implement The Arc of Chester County’s 5-year Strategic Plan.
- Complete all training and qualifications requirements.
- Provide instruction/support to assist program participants in the acquisition and retention of skills in the recreation program to promote socialization and independence.
- Assist participants to access community resources.
- Provide transportation, when needed, to facilitate services in the community.
- Support participants with communication, dietary, and safety needs during recreation community outings and during the agency recreation events.
- Complete and submit required documentation in a timely manner, including but not limited to, incident reports, time and attendance records, and mileage expenses.
- Notify supervisor immediately of incidents, and other urgent matters.
- Accepts reassignment of recreation schedule when needed.
- Conduct fire drills with participants at the building on a quarterly basis.
- Check Arc email and office mailbox regularly and respond when appropriate.
- Comply with all agency policies, plans, procedures, program requirements, funder regulations, and laws.
- Participate in Arc sponsored events.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
- Ability to work independently, to set priorities and follow through on agency policies and procedures.
The Arc of Chester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer,
a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
